PSSA Writing and Grammar Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
Answer: To present the main argument or central claim of the essay
A thesis statement presents the main argument or central claim of an essay and tells the reader what the writer intends to prove or explain.
What is the correct use of a comma in a series?
Answer: Commas are placed after each item in the series, including before the conjunction
In a series of three or more items, commas are placed after each item, including an Oxford comma before the final conjunction.
Which sentence is written in the active voice?
Answer: Maria read the book.
Active voice has the subject performing the action: Maria (subject) read (verb) the book (object).
What is the difference between a complete sentence and a sentence fragment?
Answer: A complete sentence has a subject and predicate and expresses a complete thought; a fragment is missing one of these
A complete sentence must have a subject and predicate and express a complete thought; a fragment is missing one or more of these elements.
When should you use 'their,' 'there,' and 'they're' correctly?
Answer: 'Their' is possessive; 'there' shows location; 'they're' means 'they are'
'Their' is possessive (their house), 'there' refers to a place (over there), and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are.'
What is the purpose of a concluding paragraph in an essay?
Answer: To restate the thesis and summarize key points, providing a sense of closure
A concluding paragraph wraps up the essay by restating the thesis (in new words) and summarizing the main points, leaving the reader with a final impression.